Acquisition Program/Product Manager - PNT

Credence; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability insurance (Short & Long)

Job summary

Credence supports mission-critical needs for defense and health federal organizations, offering AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities to warfighters and national security interests.

We seek a seasoned Acquisition Program/PM leader with an active Secret clearance, a relevant master's or bachelor's degree, and at least 10–12 years in the Army/DoD sector to guide strategic plans, risk mitigation, and executive-level decision support across Army, DoD, and industry

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance verifiable in DISS.
• Master's degree in a relevant discipline with 10+ years in applicable field, 5+ years in Army/DoD sector.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline with 12+ years of experience, including 5+ years in Army/DoD sector.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid problem-solving for acquisition, operational, or organizational challenges.
• Synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights for executive decision-making.
• Provide independent, analytically rigorous recommendations to inform leadership decisions.
• Represent the organization in high-level engagements and cross‑CPE/PAE/DoW working groups.
• Ensure alignment of programs with Army and DoW priorities and strategies.
• Lead high‑priority, time‑sensitive special projects with enterprise visibility.
• Develop project plans, milestones, and performance metrics; ensure delivery.

Skills

Technical writing

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in relevant discipline

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Job description

At Credence, we support our clients' mission‑critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting‑edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.

We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid problem‑solving for complex acquisition, operational, or organizational challenges
• Synthesize complex technical, operational, and acquisition data into clear, actionable insights
• Provide independent, analytically rigorous recommendations to inform executive decision‑making
• Represent the organization in high‑level engagements, forums, and cross‑CPE/PAE/DoW working groups as required
• Ensure alignment of programs and initiatives with Army and DoW priorities and strategies
• Lead and execute high‑priority, time‑sensitive special projects on behalf of the PM, often with enterprise‑level visibility
• Develop project plans, milestones, and performance metrics; ensure timely execution and delivery of outcomes
• Support development and refinement of PM PNT strategic plans and transformation initiatives
• Translate senior leader intent into executable plans with clearly defined objectives, tasks, and measures of effectiveness
• Conduct strategic assessments and net evaluations to inform future capability investments and organizational posture
• Develop high‑quality executive products, including decision briefs, information papers, white papers, and senior leader talking points
• Prepare the PM for engagements with senior Army leaders, DoW officials, industry partners, and congressional stakeholders
• Serve as a key integrator across Army, Joint, interagency, and industry partners
• Facilitate collaboration between PM PNT and organizations such as cross‑CPE elements, Combatant Commands, and the Intelligence Community
• Support development of partnerships that advance APNT and NAVWAR capabilities
• Identify opportunities to improve organizational structure, processes, and governance
• Identify strategic and programmatic risks; develop mitigation strategies for PM decision
• Track and resolve high‑visibility issues that impact cost, schedule, and performance across the portfolio
• Provide early warning and courses of action to address emerging challenges

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must have an active or current Secret security clearance verifiable in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)
• A master's degree in a relevant discipline is required, accompanied by a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the applicable technical or professional field, with at least five (5) years specifically within the Department of the Army, Department of Defense/Department of War sector
• OR a bachelor's degree in a related discipline along with at least twelve (12) years of relevant technical or professional experience, including a minimum of five (5) years in a Department of the Army, Department of Defense/Department of War sector
• Must have Acquisition Program or Product Manager, or deputy or assistant deputy experience as an Army O-4/O-5/O-6 or equivalent.

Skills

Exceptional technical writing, oral communication, and strategic planning abilities.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development